New Economy will transform Ghana’s economic structure- Ato Forson

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has stated that the government's New Economy program is designed to transform the structure of Ghana's economy over the next four years.

He said the programme would move the country towards a new economic direction as the government seeks to reshape how the economy operates and create a stronger foundation for growth.

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His remarks forms part of efforts to communicate government's economic vision and explain the programme to different groups and stakeholders.

In a post on X on Monday, November 9, 2026, Dr Forson recalled explaining the vision to members of the National House of Chiefs during a meeting with the traditional leaders.

“A while ago, during a meeting with the National House of Chiefs, I explained to our distinguished traditional leaders that the New Economy will transform the structure of Ghana’s economy,” he wrote.

The Finance Minister said the initiative was intended to bring about a major shift in the country's economic structure, although his post did not provide details of the specific measures or targets under the programme.

The New Economy agenda is being presented by the Finance Ministry as a key government programme aimed at changing the direction of Ghana's economy over the four-year period.

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